Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD

OphthalmologyFemaleAge 64

Ophthalmology

Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Greensboro, NC and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS in 1991. Her office accepts new patients.

Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD

Hecker Ophthalmology

1507 Westover Ter Ste C Greensboro, NC 27408
Accepting new patients

Accepting new patients

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
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Experience
Background

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No malpractice claims found for North Carolina
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Hecker's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Glaucoma
high
high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hecker treats Glaucoma more than 95% of her peers

Dr. Hecker treats this condition more than 95% of her peers

Drusen
high
high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hecker treats Drusen more than 91% of her peers

Dr. Hecker treats this condition more than 91% of her peers

Visual Field Defects
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hecker treats Visual Field Defects more than 88% of her peers

Dr. Hecker treats this condition more than 88% of her peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Scotoma

Dr. Hecker's conditions and procedures:

  • Glaucoma
  • Drusen
  • Visual Field Defects
  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Allergic Conjunctivitis
  • Astigmatism
  • Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
  • Benign Neoplasm of Eye
  • Blepharitis
  • Cataract
  • Chalazion
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
  • Diplopia
  • Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
  • Dry Eyes
  • Eye Cancer
  • Eye Infections
  • Eyelid Disorders
  • Farsightedness
  • Floaters
  • Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
  • Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
  • Headache
  • Iridocyclitis
  • Keratitis
  • Macular Hole
  • Nearsightedness
  • Ocular Hypertension
  • Pinguecula
  • Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
  • Presbyopia
  • Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
  • Retinal Dystrophy
  • Retinal Hemorrhage
  • Retinal Telangiectasia
  • Retinal Vascular Occlusion
  • Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
  • Senile Cataracts
  • Stye
  • Tear Duct Disorders
  • Trichiasis
  • Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
  • Vitreous Hemorrhage
  • Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
  • B-Scan Ultrasound
  • Cataract Removal Surgery
  • Eye Test
  • Farnsworth Lantern Test
  • Glaucoma Surgery
  • Ultrasound, Eye
  • Vision Screening

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Dr. Hecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hecker

3.7

Based on 20 ratings

5 Star
55%
55%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
10%
10%
1 Star
20%
20%
What went well
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What could be improved
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Dr. Hecker is the most impressive individual I have ever met! In my experience with her (eye surgery) she exhibited knowledge, skill, and experience unmatched at any level. She and her staff were extremely helpful to me, and I recommend Dr. Hecker with heartfelt gratitude for the entire experience I had at Hecker Ophthalmology.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Zay Sevier in Greensboro, NC – Apr 25, 2018
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The wait times in Dr. Hecker's office are too long, averaging 4+ hours. Then when you finally see the doctor, she seems rushed & uninterested in your concerns. Last time I needed an appointment, I was told I had to see an associate instead. I finally decided that to go to a different eye doctor in a different office in Greensboro. He is more caring and his wait times are much less.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Greensboro, NC – Jul 24, 2017
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My appointment with Dr Hecker was very professional and was attentive to my needs. My follow up visit is next week
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Martinsville – Feb 24, 2017
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I had a great experience having both of my eyes done. Dr Hecker and her entire staff kept me informed regarding my eye surgery.The next month had surgery on my other eye. It was a great success and I would happily recommend Dr. Becker ! Thank you so much !
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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T J Millikin in Greensboro, NC – Nov 28, 2016
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She listens well and gives excellent advice when there are difficult decisions to be made. She presents all options well and then lets the patient decide the plan of action, but from a place where you are well informed. She is an excellent surgeon. I had cataracts removed. After the surgery I went to a local optometrist who had no connection to her and his first words were, Wow, what an excellent job your surgeon did. Who was the doctor? I have excellent vision now, 20/20.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Judy in Greensboro, NC – Jun 19, 2016
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I went in for a laser procedure and as you would imagine I was scared out of my mind. I had read so many things online that could go wrong. Dr. Hecker and her amazing staff explained everything to me so clearly that all doubt was cleared from my mind. I even had my technician hold my hand during the procedure, which only took a few minutes and I had worked myself up for no reason at all. With that being said I would absolutely recommend Hecker Ophthalmology to my friends and family!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Ms. Hammond in Jamestown, NC – Apr 15, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Greensboro, NC and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY...Read more

Specialties

  • Ophthalmology

Education

1991
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
Medical School

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What conditions does Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD treat?

Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Glaucoma, Drusen, and Visual Field Defects. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD's office address?

Dr. Hecker's office is located at 1507 Westover Ter Ste C, Greensboro, NC 27408. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

How much experience does Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD have?

Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD has over 31 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.7/5 for Dr. Kathryn Hecker, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Hecker Ophthalmology

Hecker Ophthalmology PA1507 Westover Ter Ste C Greensboro, NC 27408
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Practice

Surgical Center of Greensboro705 GREEN VALLEY RD Greensboro, NC 27408
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